Senior Product Manager, Projects

BuildOps; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic tech startup revolutionizing the construction industry with innovative software solutions. As a Staff Product Manager, you'll lead the development of an industry-leading Project Management platform, focusing on improving workflows and enhancing collaboration. This role offers a unique chance to work closely with customers, understand their needs, and drive impactful product features. With a commitment to a flexible work environment and a supportive team culture, this position is perfect for those passionate about construction tech and eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off

Work from home stipend

Flexible and hybrid work schedules

Company events

Equity/stock options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 4+ years in B2B SaaS, 2+ years in construction solutions.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Drive the roadmap for Project Management solutions with a cross-functional team.
• Engage with customers to validate solutions and streamline workflows.

Skills

B2B SaaS experience

Construction project management

Agile development methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

SQL skills

Education

MBA

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Salesforce

JIRA

Slack

Confluence

Job description

At BuildOps, we’re building a groundbreaking software solution, purpose-built to support today’s commercial contractors. From helping our customers manage their service department all the way to project management, we’re breaking the mold and building a team that invests in our mission statement. We love driven, self-motivated folks experienced in tech start-ups and thrive in fast-paced environments. Could you be our next hire?

This candidate will join a well-funded, fast-growing technology startup with the unique opportunity to help build out a critical function for the company.

As a Staff Product Manager, you will have the opportunity to build an industry-leading Project Management solution for the commercial subcontracting industry that covers field workflows, labor planning and forecasts, collaboration, financials, AI applications, etc. You will learn about our customers - their people, organization structures, processes, and what they need from their operations platform. You will work closely with other Product Managers to understand common needs and patterns to create innovative solutions and workflows that solve for multiple use cases across personas. You will be expected to meet KPIs metrics that are customer-driven.

What you will do:

• Contribute to and drive the roadmap for our Project Management domain, working closely with a team of engineers, designers, QA, and data engineers for execution
• Engage with customers of various types and sizes to understand their needs and validate solutions
• Help our customers run a strong business by streamlining their project workflows, providing insights to avoid slippage and delays, forecasting labor needs, providing accurate financials, enabling collaboration internally as well as with GCs and Customers.
• Challenge traditional approaches and conceptualize cutting-edge solutions with AI and ML
• Work closely with other Product Managers, Customer Success, and Sales team members to understand priorities and align the roadmap with business objectives
• Communicate priorities and feature releases company-wide for visibility. Work directly with early adopter customers for Beta Testing and feedback, and work closely with the Customer Success team for wider rollouts
• Own CSAT and feature adoption KPIs, as well as KPIs that measure efficiency gained for our customers

What we are looking for:

• Someone with a passion for construction tech
• You have 4+ years of experience working at B2B SaaS companies, with at least 2 years working on solutions focused on the construction industry OR
• You have transitioned to a construction tech company for 2+ years after a career in the construction industry
• Familiarity with construction project management and subcontractor engagement
• Mission-driven individuals, who are motivated by complex challenges
• Experience in a technical environment, basic SQL skills, and proficiency with analytics tools
• MBA with experience in B2B Software products, or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related technical field
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and experience working in an agile environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform product decisions

Bonus:

• You have experience in and around the specialty contractor or construction world
• You have experience with products that field service and external communication features through Email and SMS
• Knowledge of Accounting concepts and systems
• Familiarity with Salesforce, JIRA, Slack, Confluence

What we offer

• 135k - 155k + equity/stock
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Unlimited paid time off
• Work from home stipend
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules (this particular role can be 100% remote)
• Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
• Talented and motivated team members who care deeply about one another (seriously, everyone is rooting for your success!)
• The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers

Who we are

BuildOps is a fast-paced, high-growth start-up, committed to transforming a $30-billion industry through our all-in-one platform. Leveraging the latest technology, we’re taking commercial contractors from the world of pen and paper operations to digitized, efficient, data-driven business.

Our co-founders have over a decade of experience in both construction and SaaS technology, as well as a resume that includes Stanford, Harvard, Wharton, Cornell, Microsoft, and multiple successful startup exits, including a $1.2 billion acquisition.

BuildOps has raised multiple rounds of funding from some of the largest and most reputable Venture Capital firms, including Founders Fund, Fika Ventures, Siemens Next47, and Greenspring Associates.